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Sokcho, South Korea

Gangwon-do · 🇰🇷 South Korea

Sokcho is a mid-size city in Gangwon-do, South Korea with a population of 81,164. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
81,164 Population 1,997/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
50.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Seoul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
26% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population81,164
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,997/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.9%
Depression28.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.4%
Population81,164
Population Density1,997 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates38.2070°, 128.5918°
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Country🇰🇷 South Korea
State / ProvinceGangwon-do
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation50.6 inches (1,286 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age44.0 years

Is Sokcho a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sokcho receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sokcho stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sokcho experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sokcho has a population of 81,164 with a density of 1,997 people per square mile, spread across 40.6 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 23.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

81,164
Total Population
1,997
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
40.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sokcho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sokcho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sokcho is N/A. Per capita income is $35,674. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 59.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sokcho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living59.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sokcho, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.7% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 8.4% report binge drinking. 94.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sokcho vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity94.2%
Depression28.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Sokcho experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.4%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area40.6 sq mi (105.3 km²)
Population Density1,997/sq mi
Coordinates38.2070°N, 128.5918°W
TimezoneAsia/Seoul

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in
July 73°F (23°C) 9.0 in
August 74°F (24°C) 10.7 in Warmest, Wettest
September 67°F (19°C) 7.8 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in Driest

Sokcho has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 30°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.7") and December the driest (1.6").

44.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,997/sq mi
Total Area40.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sokcho

What is the population of Sokcho?

Sokcho has a population of 81,164 residents and is located in South Korea. The population density is 1,997 people per square mile, spread across 40.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Sokcho expensive to live in?

Sokcho is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 59.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sokcho?

Sokcho has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Sokcho?

The job market in Sokcho is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sokcho?

44.6% of adults in Sokcho hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sokcho?

The obesity rate in Sokcho is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 94.2% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression.

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